Accidental discovery hints at mystery structures within our brain 13. February 2026 (16:00) Scientists may have stumbled across a network of vessels in the brain that helps clear out waste fluid – a discovery that could "represent a paradigm shift in our understanding of all neurodegenerative diseases"(New Scientist)
CAR T-cell therapy may slow neurodegenerative conditions like ALS 13. February 2026 (13:00) Immune cells in the brain that go rogue contribute to the death of neurons, so getting rid of them may slow the progression of neurodegenerative conditions like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(New Scientist)
Why self-expansion is the key to long-lasting love and friendship 13. February 2026 (09:00) A growing body of psychological research shows that the best relationships – romantic or otherwise – come with a feeling of personal growth. Columnist David Robson explores the evidence-backed ways to broaden our horizons and connect more deeply with our loves, our friends and ourselves(New Scientist)
Weird inside-out planet system may have formed one world at a time 12. February 2026 (20:00) The planets around a nearby star seem to be in the wrong order, hinting that they formed through a different mechanism than the familiar one by which most systems grow(New Scientist)
Nepal and Northern India are not overdue for a huge earthquake 11. February 2026 (21:35) Many researchers thought that earthquakes in the Himalayas recur at regular intervals – but an analysis of sediment cores has shown they are largely random, and the region has seen far more than we previously realised(New Scientist)
Ancient Peruvian civilisation grew mighty by harvesting guano 11. February 2026 (20:00) The Chincha Kingdom was transporting seabird excrement from islands to valleys as early as the 13th century, and this powerful fertiliser may have been key to its economic success(New Scientist)
